I want one of these: Pioneer Woman's Calendar. I don't want much and I don't want anything too expensive. But since we're supposed to be getting on a budget and tightening our belts, I realize items like this beautiful calendar are definitely a want vs. a need. After all, I've already purchased a calendar from Saver's for $1.99 for the coupons inside (“worth hundreds of dollars!”) and my husband's dentist had calendars at his office this past week. Last year… Read the rest

Red hot topic over at Millionaire Mommy Next Door's. (Millionaire Mommy's blog was hacked and the post is no longer available, but here is a comparable one in which she examines renting vs. owning at her new site). My take on this discussion. I have rented and I have owned homes. I have been inherently happier as a homeowner. I can't imagine EVER renting again, and hope I never have to rent again. My earliest memory is in the home… Read the rest